| | Time Period | Release Date | Key Details | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Volume 2 | 1966–1968 | June 26, 2018 | Continues the theatrical run of the panther | | Volume 3 | 1968–1969 | 2019 | Features the panther’s pivot to more universal settings | | Volume 4 | 1971–1975 | 2019 | Includes the panther’s return to theatrical shorts after his TV success | | Volume 5 | 1976–1978 | 2019 | Continues the late-70s theatrical run | | Volume 6 | 1978–1980 | December 17, 2019 | Concludes the theatrical series |
The screen flickered. The famous theme— da-dum, da-dum, da-da-da-da-dum —slunk through the speakers. In The Pink Phink , the Panther painted a house blue while the Little Man tried to keep it pink. Leo grinned. Then blinked.
The Pink Panther Cartoon Collection - Volume 1 is an essential addition to any home media library. It represents a perfect storm of mid-century design, unforgettable jazz, and masterclass physical comedy. Whether you are a nostalgic fan looking to relive Saturday morning memories or a film buff studying the evolution of 1960s animation, this volume captures a legendary character at the absolute peak of his cool, confident, and delightfully disruptive powers. The Pink Panther Cartoon Collection - Volume 1 ...
Before diving into the specific contents of Volume 1, it is essential to understand why this collection holds such historical weight. When United Artists hired animators David H. DePatie and Friz Freleng to create an animated title sequence for The Pink Panther film, no one anticipated the cartoon character would steal the show. Audiences were captivated by the panther’s effortless cool, deadpan expressions, and elegant movements.
It is impossible to discuss Volume 1 without highlighting the contribution of composer Henry Mancini. His jazz-infused theme song is arguably one of the most recognizable pieces of music in television history. | | Time Period | Release Date |
In 1963, director Blake Edwards hired animation producers David H. DePatie and Friz Freleng to create an animated title sequence for his live-action caper film, The Pink Panther . The film starred Peter Sellers as the bumbling Inspector Clouseau, who is hunting down a notorious jewel thief trying to steal a diamond called the "Pink Panther."
The Panther secretly lives in a bustling department store overnight, causing chaos for the janitor. Leo grinned
Greene adapted Mancini's jazz motifs into the actual narrative fabric of the shorts, matching horn swells and bass lines to physical gags. Technical Presentation and Bonus Features
In Volume 1, the music acts as the narrator. The slinky tenor saxophone matches the Panther’s stealthy stride, while sudden brass flares punctuate the comedic payoffs. Animator Friz Freleng meticulously timed the animation frames to the rhythm of Mancini's score, creating a perfect symbiosis of sound and movement that kept the cartoon completely free of traditional dialogue. Special Features and Bonus Content
, this collection is more than just a DVD; it’s a high-definition time capsule of "Swinging Sixties" cool. Why This Collection Is a Must-Have
Typical Contents of a Volume 1 Collection